American Baptist Foundation

09/15/2026

Important charitable-giving updates are here for 2026!

New provisions may create additional opportunities to support the mission and ministries that matter most to you—from increased IRA Qualified Charitable Distribution limits to a new deduction for charitable cash gifts made by nonitemizers.

Thoughtful planning can help you maximize your generosity while working toward your financial goals. Contact the American Baptist Foundation to explore your legacy giving options.

Please consult your financial or tax advisor to determine how these provisions may apply to your circumstances.

07/31/2026

Day 2 at the International Ministries World Mission Conference was filled with powerful stories of faith, hope, and God’s work around the world. 🌍❤️
We boarded our flight just in time to hear firsthand from Area Directors and Global Servants. Listening about the lives they’ve touched and the communities they’ve served was a beautiful reminder that every act of generosity can have an eternal impact.

At the American Baptist Foundation, we’re honored to help individuals and families create lasting legacies through charitable gift planning. If International Ministries has played a meaningful role in your faith journey, consider including them in your will, trust, or other legacy gift so their life-changing mission can continue for generations to come.

📩 Interested in learning how you can leave a legacy that supports International Ministries? Send us a DM—we’d love to help you explore your giving options.

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07/30/2026

There is something special about gathering with friends and partners who have faithfully served Christ around the world. 🌍 🧡

The American Baptist Foundation was honored to sponsor the International Ministries Global Servant Alumni Luncheon, celebrating the remarkable legacy of missionaries who have made a tremendous impact in the areas they have served. Thank you to International Ministries Executive Director Sharon Koh and her amazing team.

As the day continued into a moving evening of worship, we were reminded that our partnership is about so much more than financial stewardship—it’s about advancing God’s mission together. Through charitable gift planning, endowments, and legacy giving, ABF is privileged to help sustain the mission and ministries that are transforming lives around the world.

“They will be called oaks of righteousness, a planting of the Lord for the display of his splendor.” — Isaiah 61:3

07/20/2026

Celebrating 70 years of faith, friendship, and life-changing ministry! 🎉

Grotonwood Camp and Conference Center, one of The American Baptist Churches of Massachusetts-TABCOM’s two outdoor ministries, has served generations of children, youth, and adults with disabilities. Through chapel, outdoor adventures, water activities, snow cones, beauty and barbershop nights, and meaningful friendships, campers experience the joy and love of Jesus in unforgettable ways.

Grotonwood’s global staff and dedicated leaders remind us that God is alive and at work through our ministries and missions today.

Congratulations to Grotonwood on 70 years of sharing the Good News with all people! 💙

To learn how you can support Grotonwood, Oceanwood, and the future of TABCOM through the TransFORMation Fund held at the American Baptist Foundation, contact Magda Amargos Magda Amargos and/or Jennifer Sanborn

07/06/2026

📣 NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS | Palmer Grant – ABHMS Grant Cycle

"A New Kingdom: Reimagining the Role of the Church"
"The Spirit of the Lord is on me..." — Luke 4:18–19 (NIV)

How is God calling your ministry to reimagine the role of the Church in your community?

The Palmer Grant supports innovative ministry initiatives that proclaim hope, foster justice, and transform lives.

💰 Grant Awards: $5,000–$15,000
✈️ Plus: Award recipients may receive an additional $1,000 for travel and lodging to attend the Palmer Grant Converge Conference in Pennsylvania.

🗓 Application Deadline: July 15 at 11:59 p.m. Eastern

If your ministry has a vision that can inspire lasting Kingdom impact, we encourage you to apply.

🔗 Learn more and apply:
https://www.americanbaptistfoundation.org/ForMinistries/Palmer-Grants/Overview

"Use wisdom and understanding to establish your home; let good sense fill the rooms with priceless treasures. Wisdom brings strength, and knowledge gives power" - Proverbs 24:3-5

06/23/2026

A mega-ministry doesn’t require a megachurch.

What began as a small church serving its community has grown into a ministry providing food, clothing, and hope to hundreds of people across the Pacific Northwest.

Through the American Baptist Foundation’s SYFF Program, New Walk Christian Church established the Feed the Need Endowment Fund to help ensure this life-changing ministry continues for generations to come.

Small church. Big vision. Lasting impact.

➡️ Swipe to see how faith, generosity, and planning for the future are making a difference today.
Visit the 2025 Annual Summary link in our Bio to read the full story and more.

04/05/2026

He is risen. ✝️

Easter reminds us that hope, renewal, and new life are always possible.
Today, we celebrate the power of faith—and the lasting impact it creates for generations to come.

03/12/2026

A charitable bequest is one of the simplest ways to create a lasting legacy. By including a ministry you care about in your will or estate plan, your faith and generosity can continue making an impact for generations to come.

Through a bequest, you can help sustain the mission and ministries of our American Baptist family—supporting partners like American Baptist Home Mission Societies, International Ministries, and American Baptist Multi-Region Corporation —strengthening churches, serving communities, and advancing God’s work around the world.

✨ Your legacy can continue the mission long after your lifetime.

📩 Learn how to include a charitable bequest in your estate plans. Contact the American Baptist Foundation or visit americanbaptistfoundation.org to start the conversation.

03/08/2026

Behind many lasting ministries is the faithful legacy of a woman who believed in God’s work.

Women serve as missionaries, pastors, ministry leaders, and advocates for their communities. They nurture faith, lead boldly, and invest in the future of the church.

Because women statistically live longer than men, they often become the stewards of family generosity—choosing to leave legacy gifts that sustain ministries for generations.

Today we celebrate women whose faith doesn’t just serve the present—it builds the future.

Happy International Women’s Day.

02/26/2026

Fred Hillier believed that generosity is more than a gift — it’s a testimony.

Through thoughtful planned giving, Fred ensured that his faith and values would continue strengthening ministries for generations to come. His story reminds us that estate planning isn’t just about assets — it’s about impact.

What will your legacy say?

The American Baptist Foundation is here to help you create a plan that cares for your loved ones and the ministries you cherish.

✨ Learn more about how you can leave a lasting legacy at americanbaptistfoundation.org